2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1977 Buick Estate
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1977 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Rendezvous | Estate |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |
